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fairway

 

[ˈferweɪ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

golf course

The fairway is the part of a golf course between the tee and the green where the grass is cut short and players aim to hit their ball.

Examples of usage

  • The golfer hit the ball straight down the fairway.
  • The fairway was lined with trees on both sides.
Context #2 | Noun

nautical

In nautical terms, a fairway is a navigable channel in a harbor, river, or other body of water.

Examples of usage

  • The ship followed the fairway into the harbor.
  • The fairway was marked by buoys for safe navigation.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A fairway can also refer to a wide path or route, especially one through a forest or countryside.

Examples of usage

  • The hikers followed the fairway through the forest.
  • The fairway led to a beautiful clearing in the woods.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'fairway' comes from the Old English 'fær,' meaning journey or passage, indicating a way that is easily traveled.
  • It has been in use since the 1800s, primarily in the context of golf, to describe the optimal area for playing.
  • Originally, 'fairway' referred not only to a golf course but to safe and unobstructed waterways as well.

Sports

  • In golf, the fairway is crucial for strategy; hitting the ball here increases the chances of making a good score.
  • The width of fairways can vary by course design, impacting gameplay difficulty and strategies used by players.
  • Many professional tournaments emphasize fairway accuracy as a key skill, as it often contributes to lower scores.

Landscaping

  • Maintaining a fairway requires specialized grass types, typically fescue or Bermuda, for durability and aesthetic appeal.
  • Fairways are often kept shorter than rough areas to facilitate easier ball striking, and regular mowing is essential.
  • Environmental considerations are important; fairway maintenance can impact local ecosystems, especially water usage.

Cultural References

  • Fairways often appear in movies and literature as symbols of leisure, social status, and competition.
  • In popular culture, the term 'fairway to Heaven' plays on the phrase 'highway to Heaven,' depicting golf as a blissful escape.
  • Many golf-themed video games incorporate fairways as key gameplay elements, emphasizing the sport's strategy and fun.

Nature

  • The health of a fairway can indicate the overall condition of a golf course and influence local wildlife habitats.
  • Fairways are often managed to prevent erosion and promote biodiversity, serving as transitional spaces within golf courses.
  • Natural features like trees or ponds can enhance fairway beauty and challenge players, merging design with nature.

Translations

Translations of the word "fairway" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fairway

🇮🇳 फेयरवे

🇩🇪 Fahrwasser

🇮🇩 alur pelayaran

🇺🇦 фарватер

🇵🇱 tor wodny

🇯🇵 フェアウェイ

🇫🇷 chenal

🇪🇸 canal de navegación

🇹🇷 deniz yolu

🇰🇷 항로

🇸🇦 مجرى مائي

🇨🇿 vodní cesta

🇸🇰 plavebná dráha

🇨🇳 航道

🇸🇮 plovna pot

🇮🇸 siglingaleið

🇰🇿 жолсерік

🇬🇪 საზღვაო გზა

🇦🇿 gəmi yolu

🇲🇽 canal de navegación

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,057, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.